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CVE-2026-42507

net/textproto: golang: Golang net/textproto: Misleading error messages via input injection

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Severity

Moderate

Red Hat Product Security

5.3

CVSS 3.1

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Published · June 3, 2026

Updated · October 31, 2026

Description

A flaw was found in the net/textproto package in Golang. When functions in this package return errors, they include their input as part of the error message. An attacker could exploit this by injecting misleading content into these error messages, which are then printed or logged. This could lead to confusion or misinterpretation of critical system information.

CVSS score applicability

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Mitigation

Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options do not meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base, or stability.

CVSS / CWE

CVSS 3.1 · 5.3
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N

CWE-117 · Improper Output Neutralization for Logs